National Marina holds ‘Scout Lake Day’

August 14, 2013

The National Marina "Scout Lake Day" was held on Aug. 3 at Chautauqua Marina in Mayville. The event was sponsored by Chautauqua Marina and hosted by Cub Scout Pack 126. More than 60 youth participated in the Youth Fishing Contest and 49 participants in the Safe Boating Course. Participants, family and friends gathered for a day full of events and activities. Many of the youth learned how to tie a fly knot for the first time.

Assemblyman Andrew Goodell attended the event and spoke with participants in the New York State Safe Boating course about operating a boat safely and the importance of being a good captain.

He also spoke with the children along with Ken Shearer, President of Chautauqua Marina, about the fishing rules and safety. Along with the youth fishing awards and safe boating certificate presentations, observers and participants enjoyed lunch during the awards ceremony. More than 350 people were in attendance. The USCG Auxiliary offered free safe boating checks.